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cerebral

Pronunciation: [ˈsɛrəbrəl]

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Learn how to use cerebral in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “intellectual”

(adjective) relating to the brain and thinking. When we say something is cerebral, we mean it involves a lot of thinking or intelligence.

Example

She enjoys cerebral conversations about philosophy and science.

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The movie was not cerebral at all; it was just a silly comedy without much thought.

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Do you like reading cerebral books that make you think deeply?

Context: “medical”

(adjective) related to the brain. This usage often describes issues or functions that have to do with how the brain works.

Example

The doctor explained that his cerebral injury would require a long recovery.

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She did not have any cerebral problems; her health was good.

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What are the most common cerebral conditions that doctors treat?

How to pronounce cerebral

Pronunciation: [ˈsɛrəbrəl]

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